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FILE - In this Dec. 29, 2019, file photo, Green Bay Packers cornerback Tramon Williams (38) kneels during warm ups before an NFL football game against the Detroit Lions at Ford Field in Detroit. Williams announced via social media on his 38th birthday that he's retiring from football. (AP Photo/Rick Osentoski, File)
Veteran cornerback Tramon Williams indicates he's retiring

Mar. 16, 2021 04:12 PM EDT

FILE - San Francisco 49ers cornerback Jason Verrett (22) intercepts a pass in front of Green Bay Packers wide receiver Davante Adams (17) during an NFL football game in Santa Clara, Calif., in this Thursday, Nov. 5, 2020, file photo. The 49ers are bringing back cornerback Jason Verrett on a one-year deal. General manager John Lynch announced the deal on Monday, March 15, 2021, shortly after Verrett was allowed to begin talking to other teams about a potential deal. NFL Network reported the contract has a $5.5 million base value with the chance to make more. (AP Photo/Scot Tucker, File)
49ers keep CB Jason Verrett, add Samson Ebukam

By Josh Dubow Mar. 15, 2021 04:01 PM EDT

AP source: 49ers agree to 2-year deal with Emmanuel Moseley

By Josh Dubow Mar. 12, 2021 06:11 PM EST
SANTA CLARA, Calif. (AP) — The San Francisco 49ers have locked up one of their key cornerbacks before the start of free agency by agreeing to a two-year...

49ers try to lock up Williams, add CBs in free agency

By The Associated Press Mar. 12, 2021 05:10 PM EST
SAN FRANCISCO 49ERS (6-10) UNRESTRICTED FREE AGENTS: LT Trent Williams, CB Richard Sherman, CB Jason Verrett, CB K’Waun Williams, FB Kyle...

FILE - In this Oct. 11, 2020, file photo, Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott throws a pass in the first half of an NFL football game against the New York Giants in Arlington, Texas. The Cowboys and Prescott have finally agreed on a contract two years after negotiations began with the star quarterback. The team the agreement was reached Monday, March 8, 2021, with further details to be announced. (AP Photo/Michael Ainsworth, File)
Recent history of free agency shows it's a cautionary tale

By Josh Dubow Mar. 11, 2021 12:39 PM EST

FILE - In this Jan. 30, 2020 file photo San Francisco 49ers cornerback Richard Sherman speaks during a media availability in Miami, for the NFL Super Bowl 54 football game against the Kansas City Chiefs. Sherman has partnered with the NFL Alumni Association (NFLA) and Million Stories Media as part of the Million Stories initiative. The partnership emphasizes engagement in financial literacy education to prepare for future job loss or career changes. (AP Photo/Wilfredo Lee, file)
NFL alumni group updates its playbook to address money game

By Barry Wilner Feb. 13, 2021 01:05 PM EST

San Francisco 49ers tight end George Kittle makes a catch as he warms up before an NFL football game against the Seattle Seahawks, Sunday, Nov. 1, 2020, in Seattle. (AP Photo/Scott Eklund)
Kittle dismisses 'chatter' about Niners trading Garoppolo

By Rob Maaddi Feb. 04, 2021 10:18 AM EST

49ers promote DeMeco Ryans to DC, Mike McDaniel to OC

By Josh Dubow Jan. 18, 2021 02:54 PM EST
The San Francisco 49ers promoted linebackers coach DeMeco Ryans to defensive coordinator and run game coordinator Mike McDaniel to offensive coordinator on...

FILE - In this Nov. 1, 2020, file photo, San Francisco 49ers defensive coordinator Robert Saleh cheers on his team from the sideline during the first half of an NFL football game against the Seattle Seahawks in Seattle. One year ago, Saleh and Kansas City Chiefs offensive coordinator Eric Bieniemy missed out on the coaching carousel despite being coordinators of the two Super Bowl teams. The two figure to be near the top of many of the lists of possible head coaching candidates again this offseason when the NFL is hoping some new rules lead to more opportunities for minority coaches.(AP Photo/Stephen Brashear, File)
Jets hire 49ers defensive coordinator Robert Saleh as coach

By Dennis Waszak Jr. Jan. 14, 2021 10:38 PM EST

Panthers make it official: Scott Fitterer is their new GM

By Steve Reed Jan. 14, 2021 04:54 PM EST
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — The Panthers have hired Seattle Seahawks vice president of football operations Scott Fitterer to become their new general manager. ...

FILE - In this Feb. 25, 2020, file photo, Atlanta Falcons head coach Dan Quinn speaks during a press conference at the NFL football scouting combine in Indianapolis. The Dallas Cowboys agreed to terms Monday, Jan. 11, 2021, with former Atlanta coach Quinn as defensive coordinator, turning over a unit that was among the worst in franchise history to someone who built his reputation on defense in Seattle. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy, File)
Cowboys pick ex-Atlanta coach Quinn as defensive coordinator

Jan. 11, 2021 07:52 PM EST

San Francisco 49ers tight end George Kittle (85) signals after a first down as Seattle Seahawks outside linebacker K.J. Wright (50) walks away during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Jan. 3, 2021, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Rick Scuteri)
Injury-riddled 49ers seek better health in 2021

By Josh Dubow Jan. 04, 2021 06:59 PM EST

Seattle Seahawks defensive end Carlos Dunlap forces San Francisco 49ers quarterback C.J. Beathard (3) to fumble during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Jan. 3, 2021, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Rick Scuteri)
49ers finally head home after season-ending loss to Seahawks

By Josh Dubow Jan. 03, 2021 09:13 PM EST

Patrick Mahomes watching Chiefs' finale against Chargers

By The Associated Press Jan. 03, 2021 12:23 PM EST
Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes is inactive for their meaningless regular-season finale against the Los Angeles Chargers, which means he will...

RT Mike McGlinchey seeks more consistency in 2021 for 49ers

By Josh Dubow Jan. 01, 2021 06:10 PM EST
It’s been a tale of two seasons for San Francisco 49ers right tackle Mike McGlinchey. When the Niners have run the ball, McGlinchey has...

Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert (10) throws against the Denver Broncos during the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Dec. 27, 2020, in Inglewood, Calif. (AP Photo/Kelvin Kuo)
A season often in doubt to end on time, no cancellations

By Barry Wilner Jan. 01, 2021 02:58 PM EST

San Francisco 49ers' Mitch Wishnowsky (6) and Robbie Gould (9) celebrate a field goal kicked by Wishnowsky in the second half of an NFL football game against the Dallas Cowboys in Arlington, Texas, Sunday, Dec. 20, 2020. (AP Photo/Michael Ainsworth)
49ers sign Gould to new deal, place him on COVID-19 list

By Josh Dubow Dec. 30, 2020 05:38 PM EST

FILE - In this Sept. 20, 2020, file photo, New York Giants running back Saquon Barkley is helped off the field after being injured during the first half of the team's NFL football game against the Chicago Bears in Chicago. Barkley's season lasted just six quarters as he tore the ACL in his right knee against Chicago and had the meniscus repaired, too. (AP Photo/Kamil Krzaczynski, File)
Sidelined stars fill out roster for NFL's All-Absent Team

By Dennis Waszak Jr. Dec. 30, 2020 02:36 AM EST

Cardinals fairly healthy for pivotal game vs. 49ers

Dec. 26, 2020 03:29 PM EST
GLENDALE, Ariz. (AP) — The Arizona Cardinals will have most of their roster available for Saturday's game against the San Francisco 49ers, including running...

Star TE George Kittle set to return for 49ers

By Josh Dubow Dec. 24, 2020 06:41 PM EST
The injury-plagued San Francisco 49ers will be getting star tight end George Kittle back for this week’s game against the Arizona Cardinals. ...